Before you go

Although you may not want to think about it once you’ve decided on where you’re going and what you’re doing for your gap year, at some point you will have to consider the legal side of your trip and investigate the visas you need.

It’s a good idea to sort out the paperwork for this as soon as possible, as this can take weeks and you may have to visit the country’s embassy in the UK. So save yourself the stress and read our guide to obtaining the correct visas and permits before you go.